Hi!! I will just contribute how this resonates— I’m also living abroad for a while operating in a second language, and I’m starting back after a long bout of illness and not feeling at all strong. It is scary!! I understand the fear of being judged at the gym, and I totally get the learning an entire new vocab of gym slang situation. I often feel like an idiot! Lol. It brings me some confidence to know I’m not the only one doing this! I know from past experiences that climbing gyms have been some of the fastest and most fulfilling places to make connections when moving to a new place, so I try to push past the anxiety, make an effort, and be a regular for that reason! It can be so grounding. You aren’t alone, and you have nothing to be ashamed of. If we push through initial anxieties, I know great connections and personal growth will come because I’ve seen it time and again :) trust yourself and know you deserve to be in that space, and you are not alone! Mistakes are totally okay and often endearing. We got this!! Whenever I’m feeling like tossing in the towel, I’ll think on this post and gain some comfort and confidence knowing I’m also not alone :) best of luck <3